Spooky season is upon us! During this fun and festive time of year, it is important to be sure safety is top of mind. Make sure to have the best Halloween possible with these simple safety tips:
- Children under the age of 12 should be accompanied by an adult.
- Children who are mature enough to trick-or-treat without supervision should be instructed to stick to areas with which they are familiar.
- Cross the street at corners, or where traffic signals and crosswalks are located.
- Carry a glowstick or flashlight to be visible to drivers.
- Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape/stickers, and choose light colors when possible.
- If you are driving when trick-or-treaters are out, be sure to get rid of distractions - like your phone - so you can concentrate on your surroundings. Exit alleys and driveways slowly and carefully.
Check out some of the great events happening around the 14th District!
Arlington Heights
- Oct 30, 2 - 5 p.m.: Arlington Heights Park District Trunk-or-Treat; registration required
- Oct 31, 3-7 p.m.: Trick or Treat hours
Buffalo Grove
- Oct 15, 5 - 7:30 p.m.: Trick or Treat Trail
- Oct 31, 1 - 3 p.m.: Trick-or-Treat Drive-Thru
- Oct 31, 3 - 8 p.m.: Trick-or-Treat hours
Glenview
- Oct 24, 5:30 - 7 p.m.: Glenview Park District Halloween Spooktacular
- Oct 31, 3 - 7 p.m.: Trick-or-Treat hours
Northbrook
- Oct 31, 4 - 8 p.m.: Trick-or-Treat hours
Northfield
- Oct 29, 6 - 7:30 p.m.: Boo Bash
- Oct 31, 3 - 7:30 p.m.: Trick-or-Treat hours
Palatine
- Oct 30, 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.: Palatine Park District Halloween Party
- Oct 31, 3 - 7 p.m.: Trick-or-Treat hours
Prospect Heights
- Oct 23, 4 - 7 p.m.: Prospect Heights Park District Spookfest
- Oct 31, 3 - 7 p.m.: Trick-or-Treat hours
Wheeling
- Oct 22, 4 - 7 p.m.: Wheeling Park District Boonanza
- Oct 31, 3 - 7 p.m.: Trick-or-Treat hours
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